Assistant Creative Director

Beyond Blue

Job Posting Title:

Assistant Creative Director

Requisition Number:

R-000005842

Department Name:

Comms, Brand and Content

Work Location:

Joe Craft Center

Grade Level:

0

Type of Position:

Regular

Position Time Status:

Full time

Equivalency Link

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Job Description:

Job Summary

Position within the UK Athletics Creative Services department responsible for supporting the creation and delivery of graphic design, visual, digital, social, and select multimedia content for assigned sport programs and department initiatives. Works as part of the Creative Services team to execute brand-aligned creative assets that support recruiting, fan engagement, team storytelling, marketing priorities, and department visibility. Primary responsibilities center on design production, visual asset development, sport coverage support, digital content preparation, content organization, archives, and operational needs. The position may also assist with photo, video, and other multimedia needs as assigned, while developing within established department standards and workflows. Coordinates with Creative Services staff and, as assigned, coaches, sport administrators, communications, marketing, ticketing, and other department partners.

All University of Kentucky Athletics Department employees are required to conduct themselves in accordance with the rules, regulations, and policies of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the College Sports Commission (CSC), the Southeastern Conference (SEC), the University and any other applicable regulatory body.

Essential Functions

• Creates and assists with deadline-driven graphic design and visual content for assigned sport programs and department initiatives across digital, social, print, recruiting, marketing, and in-venue platforms.

• Supports the development, organization, and delivery of visual assets that advance brand identity, storytelling, recruiting, fan engagement, marketing campaigns, special events, and other department priorities.

• Provides day-to-day creative support for assigned sports, including game and practice coverage support, graphics, digital content preparation, asset management, and timely delivery of materials for department use.

• Assists with photo, video, social, and other multimedia content needs as assigned, while maintaining a primary focus on design execution and visual asset production.

• Works with Creative Services staff and department partners to support season-long content plans, campaign concepts, production needs, and sport-specific creative requests while following department brand standards and University, SEC, CSC, and NCAA policies and regulations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Bachelor’s degree

Experience Requirement

Entry-level experience in graphic design, creative content, digital media, photography, video, college athletics, sports, or a related area preferred. .

Certifications & Licensures

N/A

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (<10% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (<10% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 4. Regular (>50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 1. Never

G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (>50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 1. Never

K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (<10% of the time)

L. Loud noises: 2. Occasional (<10% of the time)

M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. Never

O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 1. Never

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 1. Never

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e., Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions such as typing, graphic design, editing, and multimedia production; intermittent standing and walking throughout the facility; occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and frequent operation of computers, cameras, video equipment, and communication devices. The position also requires constant communication with internal and external stakeholders and the ability to review detailed visual materials for accuracy and quality.

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.